Endgame Studies

Unless specifically designated otherwise, it is always White to move. Unlike problems, studies usually do not require a solution in a pre-determined number of moves. Simply look for the best moves and replies to work out the win or draw. And don't be discouraged if at first you don't succeed - working out the solution will be satisfying - even instructive! The current study is presented immediately following. Items in our Archives, including this week's selection, are available for you to download.

Combining beauty and practicality, the Endgame Study is one of the unique and subtle wonders of the Royal Game. The Chess Cafe is pleased to present, on a weekly basis, a selected endgame study for your enjoyment.

The solution to this week's Endgame Study may be found farther down the page.

V.&M. Platov 1st prize Rigaer Tageblatt 1909 Win

The Complete Studies of Genrikh Kasparyan

A.J. Roycroft, editor This 300+ page softcover edition contains all known
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Endgame Studies

545 studies by the one of the greatest endgame study composers of all time. Biographical information, photographs and additional material by John Roycroft supplement the studies. The result is one of the outstanding collection of endgame studies ever published. Suggested retail price is $39.95, but it is offered directly from the publisher at the special price of $29.95. For more ordering information, we invite you to visit The Chess Cafe Bookstore.

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Solution to This Week's Endgame Study 1 Bf6 d4 2 Ne2/i a1=Q 3 Nc1/ii Qa5/iii 4 Bxd4+ Kxd4 5 Nb3+ i) 2 Nf3? a1Q 3 Bxd4+ Qxd4 4 Nxd4 Kxd4 5 Kg4 Kxd3 6 Kg5 Ke4 7 Kh6 Kf5 8 Kxh7 Kf6 draws. ii) White is now threatening 4 Bg5 mate. If Black is to save his King without losing his Queen to an immediate fork or skewer, he must move to guard g5. iii) 3...h6 4 Be5 (Again threatening mate - a model mate this time.) 4...Qxc1 5 Bf4+ and wins. "From the very unpretentious and simple starting postion the splendid main line of play unfolds with several subtle and surprising moves. Moreover, the construction of the study shows high technique." C. and J. Behting, the judges of the tourney. This column is available in Chess Cafe Reader format. Click here for more information.

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